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Ethrophic Burnett
I am running for Minneapolis City Council because the 5th Ward deserves a representative who can govern effectively from day one. With eight years as a city employee and prior service as a policy aide to former Council Member Phillipe Cunningham, I bring both frontline and legislative experience. I’ve worked across multiple city departments, giving me a strong grasp of how our city operates and how to deliver results. My qualifications combine hands-on service, policy knowledge, and a deep commitment to ensuring my community’s voice is heard and acted upon.
My top two priorities will be strengthening public safety and delivering excellent constituent services. Every neighbor in the 5th Ward deserves to feel safe, which means investing in community-based safety strategies, fully staffing first responders, and building trust between residents and public safety systems. At the same time, I will ensure that every resident can easily access city resources and get responsive, effective support from their Council office. Strong public safety and strong constituent services go hand in hand to build a healthier, more connected community.
I will increase access to affordable housing by advancing policies that protect renters and expand pathways to homeownership. This includes championing rent stabilization, passing a Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act to prevent displacement, and fully investing in public housing. I will prioritize building multi-family affordable units to meet the needs of working families and expand the Minneapolis Home Program to support first-time homebuyers and reduce racial disparities in homeownership. By connecting stable housing to stable schools and investing in community-based solutions, we can build safer, stronger neighborhoods.
To improve climate resilience in the 5th Ward, I will prioritize investments that directly address flooding, heat islands, and lack of green space. That means expanding tree canopy, creating more permeable surfaces, and building green infrastructure like rain gardens and green roofs to manage stormwater and cool neighborhoods. I will push for the implementation of the People’s Climate and Equity Plan, ensuring resources flow first to communities most impacted by climate change. By investing in resilient, equitable neighborhoods and accessible green spaces, we can protect health, improve quality of life, and build a safer, more sustainable future.
The City Council has a vital role in supporting and monitoring community groups that improve public safety. We must invest in evidence-based alternatives that focus on intervention and prevention, while ensuring accountability and measurable outcomes. I would use the City Auditor’s Office and Performance & Innovation Department to track progress through annual evaluations and equity-centered metrics. Partnering with Finance and Procurement, I’ll ensure contracts are managed transparently and align with racial equity goals. By funding community-based violence prevention, restorative justice, and trauma-informed approaches, we can build a balanced safety system that complements law enforcement and addresses root causes of crime.
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I hold a master’s degree in advocacy and political leadership, providing a solid foundation in policy, community organizing, and advocacy. I am currently pursuing a Master’s in Nonprofit and Public Administration to improve my understanding of organizational management and community development. My undergraduate degree in Applied Engineering with a minor in Construction Management, earned Cum Laude in 2020, further complements my expertise. My education and practical experience in community advocacy and policy position me to serve Ward 5 effectively. As a moderate, you favor pragmatic solutions and inclusive governance, aiming to collaborate with residents, organizations, and officials to address issues like affordable housing.
My top two priorities as a City Council member will be enhancing public safety and addressing urgent public health concerns in our community. Specifically, I will focus on reducing violence and ensuring safe neighborhoods through community-centered strategies, increased youth engagement, and strengthened law enforcement partnerships. Additionally, I will advocate for declaring areas like Penn and Lowry, which are currently crisis zones, as public health emergencies. This designation will help mobilize resources quickly, prioritize support services, and implement comprehensive solutions to improve health, safety, and well-being for residents.
To increase access to affordable housing, I believe a multifaceted approach is necessary. I will work closely with zoning and planning departments, as well as developers. A core part of my strategy is ensuring economic opportunities that support affordable housing. This involves advocating for living wages and economic development initiatives that make homeownership more attainable. Additionally, I will push for equitable development plans that include African American residents and prioritize community benefits, such as incentives for residents to buy and live in Ward 5. My goal is to foster inclusive growth that benefits all residents and preserves the cultural and economic diversity of our neighborhood.
To improve climate resilience in Ward 5, I will prioritize community-driven initiatives and sustainable development practices. These community plots can serve multiple purposes: they provide space for urban agriculture, which helps sequester carbon and reduce the urban heat island effect, and they create natural shelters and shade. Additionally, I will advocate for expanding green infrastructure, such as planting trees, creating rain gardens, and installing permeable surfaces to reduce flooding and improve air quality. Furthermore, I will work with city planners, environmental organizations, and residents to identify and prioritize areas that are most vulnerable to flooding and extreme heat.
The City Council is essential in building strong partnerships with community groups focused on improving public safety and well-being. Their role includes providing resources, promoting open communication, and supporting community-led initiatives. The Council should facilitate access to funding and training, advocate for policies addressing root issues like poverty and mental health, and regularly evaluate the effectiveness of these partnerships to ensure positive outcomes.
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I am seeking the City Council seat in Ward 5 because I believe that it is time to elevate and invest in the Ward that I am from. I want to help change the narrative of Ward being such a negative place to being the best community to live, work, and play in.
I am currently the Chair of the Highway Harms Policy Group for the Metropolitan Council.
I am a member of the Blue Line Coalition, Zero Burn Coalition, Bring Back 6th Coalition, and Housing Justice League Coalition. In every space we are fighting for the rights, injustices, and safety of residents.
I work in the community as the Executive Director of the Heritage Park Neighborhood Association and for NorthPoint Health and Wellness as their West Broadway Coordinator.
Anti-displacement, as the light rail is in the process of coming into the community I would love to pass a bill that requires for residents to have a right to stay in the community that they were once forced to be in due to redlining. If a bill can not be passed, I would love to support keeping residents in their homes. Through housing and workforce development.
Economic Growth, I believe that ward 5 has spent years being left out of conversations when it comes to development and opportunity. I think its time to bring in businesses that are interested in hiring from the community. This will help reduce crime, increase homeownership, youth productivity, and more.
In Ward 5 I believe that this could be done through Public Land use as we have underused parcels that can be converted to generate more housing.
I would support down payment assistance programming that offers grants or low-interest loans for first-time homebuyers.
Work with organizations to provide workshops on credit repair, mortgage readiness, and financial planning to help prepare and educate about homeownership.
Provide funding to organizations that provide legal counsel and representation to renters facing eviction.
Continue to work and fight displacement from happening by advocating and supporting the Anti-displacement Community Prosperity Board.
Work with developers, credit unions, and banks to create mixed use housing.
I am aware that most of Ward 5 is a green zone. I believe in supporting the Northside Green Zone Task Force and their efforts.
Work with groups like MN Renewable Now to host climate resilience workshops for residents.
When new infrastructure and development is built I will continue to advocate for green spaces, the planting of female trees, and permeable pavement as part of site plans.
Use and identify vacant lots that are city owned parcels and work to convert spaces in pollinator gardens, urban agriculture, and pocket parks.
Work and advocate to create cool corridors where their will be new transit spots.
Work with the Park Board to plant more trees in ward 5, especially in Harrison and Near North.
City Council is not responsible for running public safety programs, but they have a large role in the oversight, funding, and accountability of the effectiveness of the community groups who are working who are working to provide these services. Oversight, funding, and accountability happens through;
The monitoring of performance of city funded programming by requiring regular reporting on outcomes.
Host public hearings where community can give feedback on programming.
Approving budgets and grants that support the work of restorative justice, violence interrupters, and mental health crisis response programming.
Ensure that policies that support alternatives to emergency calls like non police crisis reposes teams and 311.
